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The Standard
… The true test of Sakaja’s administration preparedness plan on El Nino will not be measured in the depth of the trenches dug or the number of meetings held in Senate corridors but on the safety of children walking home from school in Eastlands during a November downpour. …
No life will be lost to El Nino floods, Sakaja tells SenateCapital News
… He cited the procession from All Saints Cathedral through parts of Eastlands to Jacaranda, saying thousands of residents turned out to chant calls for a one-term presidency. …
Gachagua says opposition has ‘locked’ Nairobi ahead of 2027Citizen Digital
… They were later expected to engage supporters in Eastlands before proceeding to a rally at Jacaranda Grounds.
Linda Mwananchi leaders push opposition unity as Babu targets Sakaja in NairobiThe Standard
… In Eastlands, detectives arrested Kevin Odiwuor Otieno, alias Engineer Kevin, over remarks he made at Jacaranda Grounds in Kayole during a Bunge la Mwananchi event.The remarks were captured on video and widely circulated on social media, prompting investigations by DCI detectives …
Pressure mounts on authorities to protect foreigners from goons after Ruto exit ordersThe Standard
… The foreigners are now competing with locals in cooking chapattis and mandazi in low-end estates in Eastlands like Huruma, Pipeline, Umoja, Tasia and Fedha. …
Small businesses increasingly dominated by foreigners in NairobiThe Standard
… In Mowlem, Eastlands, at least 20 foreign-owned businesses have reportedly closed, with some owners leaving the area amid fears for their safety. …
Fear grips foreign traders as Ruto directive triggers closures, threatsThe Standard
… In Mowlem, Eastlands, at least 20 foreign-owned businesses have reportedly closed, with some owners leaving the area amid fears for their safety. …
Fear and flight: Foreign traders face uncertainty as Ruto directive triggers closuresCitizen Digital
… One X user wrote: "Grok learned Sheng from the streets of Eastlands. You cannot insult an AI that was trained on KOT tweets!" Someone else wrote, "Not Grok telling someone 'jidishi na wewe'! …
Grok AI's brutal 'Kenyan response' draws wild reactions on XCitizen Digital
… followed approval of the project by the Nairobi County Executive Committee, paving the way for further discussions between the two levels of government. 30km underground line The first phase of the proposed system will comprise a 30-kilometre underground railway linking Eastlands …
Nairobi’s 80-Year metro plan moves toward implementation after county approval, Ruto backingCitizen Digital
… The ambitious project, estimated to cost nearly KSh.1 trillion (USD 7.78 billion), features a 30-kilometer underground metro line linking the Central Business District to Eastlands, Westlands, and Upper Hill. …
Sakaja’s grand underground Metro ambitions spark skepticism among Nairobians plagued by potholes, floodsNairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja told the Senate that the county is deploying teams across all sub-counties to clear drainage systems ahead of the predicted El Niño phase from October to February, aiming to shield the city's five million residents from flooding.
15 September 2026 · The Standard →
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja told the Senate that the county is deploying teams across all sub-counties to clear drainage systems ahead of the predicted El Niño phase from October to February, aiming to shield the city's five million residents from flooding.
15 September 2026 · The Standard →
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua claims the opposition has "locked" Nairobi ahead of the 2027 General Election, citing recent rallies by Linda Mwananchi leaders Edwin Sifuna and Babu Owino that drew thousands of residents calling for a one-term presidency. Gachagua asserts the opposition will secure 2.5 million of Nairobi's 2.7 million registered voters and win no seats for William Ruto's UDA or ODM in the city.
14 September 2026 · Capital News →
At a Linda Mwananchi rally in Nairobi, Senator Edwin Sifuna called on opposition leaders to unite against President William Ruto ahead of the 2027 General Election, accusing the government of imposing heavy taxes and hurting businesses. Embakasi East MP Babu Owino used the platform to target Governor Johnson Sakaja in an early pitch for Nairobi's top job.
13 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Following President Ruto's directive that undocumented foreigners leave Kenya, authorities are mounting efforts to protect foreign nationals from harassment and violence. Assistant County Commissioners have warned residents against intimidating foreigners and clarified that the directive does not constitute a blanket ban, as at least two assault cases have been reported in Nairobi.
10 September 2026 · The Standard →
Burundians, Congolese, Rwandese, and Ugandans have increasingly entered Kenya's street food and small goods hawking sector, selling items such as mandazis, tea, coffee, and groundnuts. The growth has raised concerns about health, environmental risks, and plastic waste disposal practices.
9 September 2026 · The Standard →
Following a government directive targeting foreigners in small-scale retail and informal trade, foreign nationals operating small businesses in Nairobi have reported harassment, threats, and pressure to shut down, with at least 20 foreign-owned businesses closing in Mowlem, Eastlands.
8 September 2026 · The Standard →
Foreign nationals operating small businesses in Nairobi are reporting harassment, threats, and pressure to shut down following a government directive targeting foreigners in small-scale retail and informal trade. In Mowlem, Eastlands, at least 20 foreign-owned businesses have reportedly closed, with owners leaving amid safety concerns.
8 September 2026 · The Standard →
xAI's Grok chatbot went viral on X after responding to a user's profile analysis request with direct, unfiltered commentary that drew widespread reactions. The AI paired the user with figures including Kenyan President William Ruto and Spanish dictator Francisco Franco based on their posts and retweets.
4 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nairobi's Nairobi Metropolitan Mass Rapid Transit System (NMMRTS), an 80-year underground mass transit plan, has received approval from the Nairobi City County Executive Committee and President William Ruto's backing. Governor Johnson Sakaja said the project has progressed beyond planning and the county and national governments are now working on a framework for financing and implementation to address the city's traffic congestion.
4 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has unveiled plans for Kenya's first underground metro railway system, the Nairobi Metropolitan Mass Rapid Transit System (NMRTS), estimated to cost nearly KSh.1 trillion and featuring a 30-kilometer line linking the CBD to Eastlands, Westlands, and Upper Hill. City residents have expressed backlash, accusing the governor of prioritizing the megaproject over basic infrastructure like pothole repairs and flood mitigation.
6 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An opinion piece argues that Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja's plan for an underground train system from the CBD to Eastlands is unnecessary, given that functional railway lines already serve those areas but are underutilised. The writer contends that extending existing lines and increasing train frequency would be more cost-effective than constructing an underground railway.
6 August 2026 · The Standard →
Pipeline Estate in Nairobi's Eastlands is described as a densely packed residential area with crowded corridors that continues to attract and accommodate more residents despite its limited and shrinking space.
6 August 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto has formally backed the Nairobi Metropolitan Mass Rapid Transit System (NMMRTS), an underground metro rail project presented by Governor Sakaja Johnson. The first phase will involve constructing a 30-kilometre underground railway connecting densely populated areas.
31 July 2026 · Capital News →
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has reaffirmed commitment to the Nairobi Metropolitan Mass Rapid Transport project, which includes a 30-kilometre underground railway linking Eastlands to the CBD with 25 stations, expected to ease traffic congestion and integrate with Bus Rapid Transit and commuter rail services.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Governor Johnson Sakaja announced that at least 2,500 officers from Nairobi County inspectorate will join the Nairobi Metropolitan Police Unit once it is unveiled, following a Presidential directive issued in February. The officers will undergo specialised training before deployment to address the city's security challenges.
26 July 2026 · The Standard →
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja told the Senate that the Nairobi Metropolitan Mass Rapid Transit System, including the capital's first underground metro line, will address chronic traffic congestion and transform Nairobi into a "20-minute city." Sakaja said the project had been approved by the Nairobi City County Executive Committee, with the National Government fast-tracking implementation.
23 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nairobi County has approved the implementation framework for the first phase of a metropolitan mass rapid transit system featuring an underground railway through the CBD and a high-capacity rail link to Eastlands, designed to ease congestion and integrate with pedestrian and transit services.
22 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Nairobi County Executive has approved the implementation framework for Phase I of the Nairobi Metropolitan Mass Rapid Transit System, which will include an underground transit core in the CBD and the Eastlands Line to improve connectivity and reduce traffic congestion.
22 July 2026 · Capital News →
Governor Johnson Sakaja's cabinet has approved phase one of the Nairobi Metropolitan Mass Rapid Transit System, which will include an underground rail core through the CBD and the Eastlands line to address traffic congestion and modernize public transport.
22 July 2026 · The Standard →
Residents of Nairobi's Eastlands area are unhappy with motorists and riders parking vehicles on pavements and blocking footpaths, forcing pedestrians to walk on roads used by moving vehicles. The trend has continued in areas such as Donholm, Umoja, Buruburu and Embakasi because authorities often turn a blind eye to the infraction.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Residents of Nairobi's Eastlands area are struggling with prolonged water shortages, waking early to queue for hours or buying from vendors, and many are seeking long-term solutions citing high water costs.
17 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A former Kenya Defence Forces Special Forces officer was arrested in Kayole following an intelligence-led operation in which detectives recovered one round of 9mm ammunition and various military items. He was arraigned at Milimani Law Courts facing charges of possessing ammunition and government stores, which he denied, and was granted a bond of Sh1 million.
23 May 2026 · Capital News →
A coordinated nationwide public service vehicle strike backed by major matatu operators protested soaring fuel prices, paralyzing movement across Kenya's major towns and highways, forcing commuters to walk long distances or pay sharply inflated fares for alternative transport.
18 May 2026 · Capital News →